Pulley LOCKBOLT Assembly Note

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Lock the flywheel (MT) or counterweight (AT) against rotation using the SSTs .

Fig 1: Locking Flywheel/Counterweight
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Apply engine oil to the pulley lockbolt threads.
Assemble a new O-ring.
Apply silicone sealant to the seating face.

Fig 2: Applying Silicone Sealant To Seating Face
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Tighten the pulley lockbolt.
Tightening Torque
1. 254-294 N.m {25.9-29.9 kgf.m, 188-215 ft.lbf}